Heavy Equipment Operator, Senior

Lee County Government•Fort Myers, FL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Lee County is seeking a dependable Senior Heavy Equipment Operator to maintain the county’s rights-of-way and support a safe, efficient transportation system. The role primarily operates a mini excavator and other heavy equipment for daily maintenance. Work may be performed independently or with a crew and involves following safety requirements and contributing to the upkeep of the community’s roads and public spaces. The position is with the Lee County Department of Transportation, which plans, builds, and maintains the county roadway network. Employees may be required to work before, during, or after emergencies, including temporary assignments involving different duties, locations, or schedules. Positions are subject to a criminal background check; some may also require pre-employment drug screening. This safety-sensitive position is subject to DOT drug and alcohol workplace testing.

Requirements

Education and experience equivalent to high school graduation or a GED.
Three years of heavy equipment or closely related experience.
Ability to work in a safety-sensitive position and comply with DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements.
Valid Florida Class A Commercial Driver’s License with Air Brakes Endorsement.

Responsibilities

Operate heavy equipment, including mini excavators, wheel excavators, dump trucks, loaders, gradealls, skid steers, and lowboy trailers.
Use chainsaws, pole saws, weed eaters, and other tools for routine maintenance.
Help plan simple job layouts when needed.
Use grade and elevation measuring.
Act as a flagger to help keep work zones safe.
Lay sod occasionally.
Report right-of-way problems to supervisors.
Set up safe work zones in accordance with traffic safety rules and IMOT guidelines.
Work independently or with a crew as assigned.
Fill in for the Crew Supervisor when needed, including recording daily work in Cartegraph, guiding crew members, and updating project managers.
Work before, during, or after emergencies as needed, potentially performing duties outside the normal scope of the position or at a different location or schedule.
Perform other job-related duties requested by a supervisor.